This post was contributed by a community member. The views expressed here are the author's own.

Community Corner

🌱 New Telephone System Outages + Live MLS Championships At SXSW

The quickest way to get caught up on the most important things happening today in North Austin-Pflugerville.

Gabriela Cantu Couvillion's profile picture
Gabriela Cantu Couvillion, Neighbor
|

Hey, North Austin-Pflugerville! Let's get you all caught up to start this day off on an informed note. Here's what's going on today in North Austin-Pflugerville.

First, today's weather:

Sunny and warmer. High: 62 Low: 36.

Here are the top stories today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

  1. The City of Pflugerville is implementing a new telephone system and as a result, there have been unexpected phone outages at some of its facilities. If you experience problems, such as if your calls do not go through, please contact the city offices via email or through website chat. For details visit: (Press Release Desk)
  2. For the past 2 years, the eMLS Cup championship has been remote due to COVID-19, but this year, it will take place at Austin City Limits Live, during South by Southwest (SXSW) on Sunday, March 13. "The event will be held in conjunction with Austin FC and will include sponsor activations, a sneaker giveaway and a post-party hosted by the club." Twelve North American top players representing their own MLS club "will compete on the main stage of ACL Live for the championship of the fifth eMLS season" with the winner receiving "the 'lions share' of the $35,000 prize pool." Bion West, director of properties (eMLS) MLS, said, "The fifth edition of eMLS Cup will bring together the worlds of interactive entertainment, soccer, music, and pop culture in true and unique MLS fashion." Andy Loughnane, Austin FC president, added, "eMLS Cup will deliver a new layer of competitive gaming within SXSW, offering the opportunity for soccer and gaming fans to converge at one of the city's most legendary venues." For more details visit: (Sportsnaut)
  3. On Saturday, March 5, 31-year-old Timothy Perez went missing and "was last seen in the North Austin area... near the I-35 and West Parmer Lane intersection... traveling to Austin from Houston." The Austin Police Department requests the community's help in locating the man by calling 911 with any tips or information on his whereabouts. For details on the case go to (cbsaustin.com) and visit: (KEYE TV CBS Austin)

From our sponsor:

Today's North Austin-Pflugerville Daily is brought to you in part by our friends at GoodRx — the best way to save money on your prescriptions. GoodRx helps you locate the lowest prices for medications at local pharmacies, so you're not overpaying. Works for pet medications too! To see how much you can save, go to GoodRx.com.

Today in North Austin-Pflugerville:

  • Principal Leadership Committee (PLC) meeting at Hendrickson High School. (8 a.m.)
  • "ART SPREE" Group Show at Art for the Public Gallery. (10 a.m.)
  • 2nd Impression Print Show presented by Round Rock Arts in conjunction with Print Austin at Downtowner Gallery. (Noon)
  • Webinar: Inside the Darkside of the Tobacco Industry and Drug Addiction presented by Pflugerville High School. Registration required. For event information visit Pflugerville High School / Homepage (pfisd.net). (3 p.m.)
  • Heroes Unite Networking Event at Three-Legged Goat. (5:30 p.m.)

From my notebook:

  • "Pflugerville Parks and Recreation invites you and your family to join us on March 27 from 2-5 p.m. for the chance to build your own home for our mosquito-eating friends! Registration is only $20 per family and includes all needed materials. Find more information and to register visit https://bit.ly/3oReSmG." (Facebook)
  • "Have a cup of coffee on us on Thursday, March 10 starting at 7:30 a.m. at Pflugerville Middle School." (Facebook)
  • "The 'Telling a People's Story' is now open at Pflugerville Public Library, on loan from the Miami University Art Museum, and is available for view from now until April 1. For the first time, African American children's illustrated literature is the focus of a museum exhibition featuring art produced for book illustrations. The presentation of this genre offers a lens into the cultural, historical, and social makeup of African American cultural identity, while also shedding light on the long-neglected world of African American authors and illustrators in the pantheon of children's literature. This exhibition was 3 years in the making and included guidance and contributions from librarians, scholars, children's book authors and illustrators. 'Telling A People's Story' is a celebration of the power of illustrated children's books that showcases their story. An exhibit guide is located at the host desk." (Facebook)

More from our sponsors — thanks for supporting local news!

Events:

Loving the North Austin-Pflugerville Daily? Here are all the ways you can get more involved:

You're all caught up for today. I'll see you soon!

— Gabriela Couvillion

About me: I'm an active mom of two grown sons and lifelong San Antonio resident. I received a BA in Spanish from the University of Texas at San Antonio, and in my free time I immerse myself in creative writing. Thanks for reading Patch, and feel free to reach out if you have any news and happenings you think may appeal to our readers!

The views expressed in this post are the author's own. Want to post on Patch?

More from North Austin-Pflugerville